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We have three adopted children with special needs. One daughter has Prader Willi Syndrome and our twins have not had their syndrome identified specifically, but they definitely have a syndrome.
We have raised other biological children and felt drawn to the idea of raising children who are particularly vulnerable. We have been asked many times why we would want to take this on, and I just have to look at my three daughters who are thriving and progressing, to know the answer. This is the most rewarding thing I have done in my life. It is not that raising my healthy children has not been rewarding, too, but this is a very special kind of rewarding. (We hope to adopt one more Jewish child with special needs.)
I assume you have looked into resources for raising your child yourself. But, know that there are people and organizations to help you should you decide to do this. Best of luck.
Yael
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